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ASCP Hematology Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Matching: For each of the following disorders, select the appropriate platelet presentation - Kasabach-Merritt syndrome
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Kasabach-Merritt (A) involves platelet trapping in hemangiomas, reducing counts.
Question 2 of 5
The bleeding time is a test for
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Bleeding time (C) assesses platelet function and vascular integrity.
Question 3 of 5
All of the following are true about Fanconi anemia EXCEPT
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fanconi anemia (B) features chromosomal instability, not stability, increasing cancer risk (D).
Question 4 of 5
Chronic thrombocytopenia in a male with eczema should suggest
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome (D) is an X-linked disorder with thrombocytopenia, eczema, and immune deficiency.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is taking care of a child with sickle cell disease. The nurse is aware that which of the following problems is (are) associated with sickle cell disease? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Aplastic crisis occurs when the bone marrow temporarily ceases production. Splenic sequestration is a life-threatening complication in which blood pools in the spleen. Vaso-occlusive crisis is the most common painful complication in sickle cell disease.